HSE Assistant

Here at c2c we take pride in being an award-winning train operator running services between Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness, serving 26 stations in East London and South Essex. Our customers never stand still and neither do we. We anticipate, innovate and flex around our customer’s needs and it takes a great team to do this.

What you'll do:

The HSE Assistant supports c2c’s HSE team to meet the requirements of the safety management system and governance arrangements.

Organise and service safety related meetings.

Assist in the planning of audits, their management and tracking of recommendations

Management of the quality management and document control system.

Assist in the development and delivery of the safety plan and associated frameworks i.e. Emergency Planning, Risk Management and Fire Safety,

This role champions HSE initiatives in the workplace whilst ensuring that policy, process & legislation is adhered to in the development of a positive safety culture.

This role will be provided with HSE mentoring and development to support the team and ultimately provide succession opportunities into future HSE Manager positions.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist the HSE team in implementing and maintaining the SMS in line with c2c’s governance framework.
• Work with the Document Controller to Ensure safety documentation align with internal procedures.
• Schedule and service safety meetings and take minutes, track actions, ensuring follow-ups are completed on time.
• Assist in planning internal and external audits. Prepare audit schedules, notifications, and necessary documentation. Assist in compiling evidence and records requested by HSE auditors. Record and track nonconformities, corrective actions, and preventive actions.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of the annual safety plan. Assist in maintaining associated frameworks such as: Emergency Planning, Risk Management, Fire Safety Management.
• Promote and support HSE campaigns and initiatives across the business.
• Act as a point of contact for HSE-related queries and guidance.
• Support the development of a positive safety culture through engagement and communication.
• Assist in preparing dashboards and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications Required:

• To comply with health and safety instructions and directives issued by management.
• To use the appropriate safety equipment properly.
• To wear Personal Protective Equipment where applicable and report any loss.
• To refrain from the wilful misuse or interference with anything provided in the interests of health, safety, and welfare.
• To refrain from any action that might endanger themselves, other employees, customers, or members of the public.
• To ensure that all necessary safety precautions are taken and, if they are in a management or supervisory position ensure that instructions are provided.
• To report immediately any accidents, incidents or near misses to your line manager as soon as possible and always within 24 hours. This should include both personal injury and vehicle damage.
• To attend and cooperate in any investigation following an incident as required.
• To cooperate with your employer in attending and actively participating in any health and safety related training courses as required.
• To report immediately any hazard, faulty equipment or health and safety concern to your line manager and ensure action is taken to make the hazard safe i.e. fencing them off, using signs etc.
• To be aware of your personal security and the security of your vehicle or place of work.
• To comply with all company policies including the Safety and Environmental Policy Statements and Drugs and Alcohol Policy.
• To be aware of the fire and emergency arrangements for my location and each location visited
• To set an example by carrying out my duties in a safe manner and ensuring that I do not put myself or others at risk.

What we offer:

• up to £30,000.00 depending on experience
• Final salary pension scheme
• 25 days Annual Leave
• Free travel on c2c and Greater Anglia and discounted travel on other National Rail services
• Access to an online benefits portal, a one-stop shop for a variety of rewards and benefits.
• Ability to buy up to 5 days extra holiday per year
• Access to thousands of e-learning materials available through our LMS

c2c are committed to building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and be able to do everything to the best of their ability regardless of gender, ethnicity, age or any other protected characteristic.